[2015-12-24] Bitcoin Trader Handed 6.5-Year Sentence for Online Drug Sales

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bitcoin trader from Ireland who developed a thriving online drug business was recently handed a 6.5-year prison sentence.

As reported by The Independent, Neil Mannion and Richard O’Connor, both of Dublin, pleaded guilty to possession of LSD, amphetamine and cannabis resin with intent to sell. The drugs found in their possession were reportedly worth €143,000 ($157,300).

http://www.financemagnates.com/cryptocurrency/news/bitcoin-trader-handed-6-5-year-sentence-for-online-drug-sales/